New York to Istanbul

Fly from two New York airports to Istanbul with British Airways and arrive relaxed, refreshed and ready to start your Turkish adventure.

Experience the excitement of Istanbul

Fly from New York to Istanbul with British Airways and experience the trip of a lifetime in this fascinating Turkish city. Soak in the culture of this transcontinental destination as you take in the Ottoman opulence of the city's historical buildings, before perfecting your haggling skills whilst browsing Istanbul's ancient bazaars. From world class art to international dining, shopping and sightseeing, the rich culture of this vibrant Turkish city is sure to win you over.

When you fly to Istanbul with BA, you'll enjoy tasty meals, complimentary drinks, the latest in-flight entertainment and award-winning service from our professional cabin crew. And with a 23kg free checked baggage allowance as standard, there's no need to worry about leaving space for souvenirs.

Flight facts from New York (EWR/JFK) to Istanbul (IST)

Flight duration from New York to Istanbul

Our flights from New York (EWR, JFK) to Istanbul (IST) take around 11 hours, including a brief stopover in London. When you fly with BA, our friendly cabin crew will make sure your journey is as comfortable as possible from start to finish, meaning you can start relaxing as soon as you step on the plane.

Flying New York to Istanbul with British Airways

Fly to Istanbul with British Airways and you can choose to depart from either JFK International or Newark Liberty Airports. With the added convenience of free seat selection 24 hours in advance, online or mobile check-in and a 23kg checked baggage allowance as standard, your hassle-free Turkish holiday will be off to a flying start.

Arriving in Istanbul from New York

Once you touch down in Turkey, you will find yourself just 24 kilometres west of the city centre on the European side of transcontinental Istanbul. A number of transport options can be found at the modern Istanbul Atatürk Airport to take passengers onto their destinations, including a light rail service, airport shuttle service, local buses and car hire outlets.